New Jersey – Bon Jovi (Vinyl 12" LP)
Released in 1988, New Jersey is Bon Jovi’s fourth studio album and the follow-up to their mega-hit Slippery When Wet. Produced again by Bruce Fairbairn and co-written with Desmond Child, the album expanded on their hard rock sound with a more mature edge while retaining their trademark anthems. It debuted at number one in several countries and produced multiple chart-topping singles, solidifying Bon Jovi’s dominance in the late ’80s rock scene.
Key Highlights
- Features massive hits like Bad Medicine and I'll Be There for You
- Showcases a blend of hard rock riffs and melodic ballads with strong production values
- Originally released as a long-playing vinyl with an expanded tracklist compared to earlier albums
- This edition preserves the powerful sound and energy of the original release
Tracklisting
1. Lay Your Hands on Me
2. Bad Medicine
3. Born to Be My Baby
4. Living in Sin
5. Blood on Blood
6. Homebound Train
7. Wild Is the Wind
8. Ride Cowboy Ride
9. Stick to Your Guns
10. I’ll Be There for You
11. 99 in the Shade
12. Love for Sale
Fun Fact
New Jersey was the first American album to be officially released in the Soviet Union, making Bon Jovi one of the first Western rock bands to break cultural barriers during the Cold War.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- Essential for fans of Bon Jovi’s peak era and collectors of classic rock albums
- Offers a mix of stadium anthems and heartfelt ballads with superior analogue warmth
- A historically significant release that pushed the boundaries of rock music’s global reach
- Ideal for anyone wanting to own a piece of late ’80s rock history in its authentic format
Revisit Bon Jovi at the height of their powers with New Jersey — a landmark album that continues to inspire rock fans across generations.